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Jackie The Cat Fairy

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Jackie is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Jackie The Cat Fairy

I'm Jackie

Cat Sitting in West Orange, NJ

Hi, I’m Jackie! I’ve lived with and cared for cats my entire life, having grown up in a cat-obsessed family. My reputation as a cat lover led to becoming a trusted sitter for friends, neighbors, and now my entire community and beyond with Meowtel.

I have experience with a wide variety of feline personalities, from unstoppable kittens to older cats with medical needs. I've even converted a few cat skeptics into cat people!

My specialized experience:

🐱 20+ years of cat care for cats of all ages and personalities

♿️Older cat care: Experienced with limited mobility and...
Hi, I’m Jackie! I’ve lived with and cared for cats my entire life, having grown up in a cat-obsessed family. My reputation as a cat lover led to becoming a trusted sitter for friends, neighbors, and now my entire community and beyond with Meowtel.

I have experience with a wide variety of feline personalities, from unstoppable kittens to older cats with medical needs. I've even converted a few cat skeptics into cat people!

My specialized experience:

🐱 20+ years of cat care for cats of all ages and personalities

♿️Older cat care: Experienced with limited mobility and creating accessible environments

💬Detailed and consistent updates with photos/videos

💊Medication: Comfortable with pills, drops, and topical treatments

⛑️ Pet CPR & First Aid: Trained through Paws N Claws 911 in hands-on emergency response, including choking relief, rescue breathing, and vital sign assessment.

🪴Also happy to take care of light house sitting tasks like watering plants, taking in mail, etc.

I currently have two of my own cats, Patty and Lucy. My older kitty, Lucy, taught me how to expertly care for cats with medical needs. Patty, my younger, adventurous kitty, is harness trained and loves going on walks with me.

Please let me know if I can answer any questions you have. I'm looking forward to meeting you and your kitties!

Check out my cats and cats I have cared for in the past below! ♡₍^. .^₎⟆

Learn More About Jackie

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love how every cat has their own vibe and unique personality. I genuinely enjoy earning their trust, figuring out what makes them feel safe, and seeing their personalities slowly come through. I believe the key to great cat care is meeting each cat where they are.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

One of my favorite bookings has to be one of my first, which was with a cat that had just moved apartments and was still adjusting to his new home. I was so glad I could be there for him and gave him a sense of safety and comfort while his dad was away. By the end of my visits, he had stopped hiding and had a favorite spot on the couch with me!

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

Meet and greets prior to reservations are an important part of my process, giving everyone (humans and cats alike) a chance to get comfortable. I also make sure to send clients consistent updates on their cat while they’re away. As someone who has also hired cat sitters, I empathize with the desire for clear communication. It makes the whole process low-stress for everyone.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained

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Alexandra

Alexandra

August 5, 2026

Jackie did an awesome job house sitting my kitty for four days! She ask thorough questions during our meet and greet, and provided detailed and helpful updates while sitting. She played with my cat, shared adorable photos, and helped keep her routine very close to her usual, which kept stress low. I very much appreciated Jackie's help while managing international travel for a family emergency. She did a fabulous job, and I strongly recommend her for house-sitting. Thank you!

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Response from Jackie

I really appreciate all of your thoughtfulness, Alex. You are such a wonderful cat parent!

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Jennifer

Jennifer

April 3, 2026

We just booked Jackie for the first time and are so happy with the care she gave our senior cat, Lucy. From the first meet and greet meeting, it was clear that Jackie took her role very seriously, making detailed notes about Lucy’s care and asking a lot of great questions. We received daily updates and photos/videos, so we were never left wondering how things were going at home. Would highly recommend Jackie for your cat-sitting needs and we know we’ll be booking her again when the time comes.

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Adelbert

Adelbert

March 1, 2026

Jackie was super attentive to our two cats Soba and Miso! She went the extra mile while we were out of town and helped check on our apartment for a beeping noise and worked with concierge to schedule work order. She gave Soba and Miso play and cuddle time and they both enjoyed a nice treat as well as a new cat toy!

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Hannah

Hannah

October 6, 2025

Jackie is a very diligent, responsible, caring, attentive and empathetic cat sitter. My cat Trixie is elderly and suffers a few tricky health conditions but Jackie handled everything perfectly, from preparing and administering multiple types of medication and tending to her specific dietary needs. She truly cared for Trixie as if it were her own cat. She also gave frequent and thorough updates and strategized with me on how to keep Trixie comfortable. I would absolutely have Jackie sit again!

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Allison

Allison

July 2, 2026

Jackie was great and patient with our senior girl! She took care of all of her needs daily while also respecting her needs/boundaries as a scared cat. Already set to hire her again and highly recommend her services!

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Kara

Kara

October 27, 2025

Jackie was a great sitter for my two cats with wildly different personalities. She was attentive to their individual needs, and easy to communicate with. Her transparency and care for my fur babies put me at ease while I was away. Would highly recommend!

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Response from Jackie

Thank you, Kara! 🐱

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$27.00 / 20min
$41.00 / 45min
$53.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$79.00 / Overnight
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Schedule Constraints

- Drop-ins for *new clients* require a minimum of 3 nights

- On Tuesdays, I am only available for AM visits this summer

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Trust & Safety

Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.

If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:


  • More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
  • 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
  • Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.

All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.

Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.

If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.

West Orange cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $30.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.

Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.

Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet!

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